Smallest Cities in Hunan

Top 47 cities ranked by smallest cities

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All Countries · China · Hunan

Smallest Cities — Hunan

1 Simenqian 5,640

2 Shuangjiang 8,320

3 Liuduzhai 8,970

4 Qiancheng 9,260

5 Shijiang 9,330

6 Bojia 25,000

7 Leifeng 28,014

8 Wulingyuan 52,712

9 Nanzhou 54,449

10 Yutan 55,312

11 Anjiang 55,421

12 Wenxing 57,117

13 Shenliu 57,769

14 Santangpu 58,000

15 Hongqiao 58,287

16 Hongjiang 59,199

17 Qingshuping 62,000

18 Qionghu 66,145

19 Wuxi 66,442

20 Lianyuan 66,501

21 Yongfeng 70,783

22 Shangmei 75,233

23 Jinshi 82,906

24 Xiangxiang 87,592

25 Lengshuitan 88,935

26 Gantang 90,000

27 Xishan 98,162

28 Jishou 102,332

29 Lengshuijiang 115,399

30 Shaoshan 118,000

31 Leiyang 129,116

32 Wugang 132,457

33 Fenghuang 370,000

34 Zhangjiajie 441,804

35 Loudi 497,171

36 Huaihua 552,622

37 Shaoyang 753,194

38 Chenzhou 822,534

39 Xiangtan 959,303

40 Yueyang 991,465

41 Yongzhou 1,020,715

42 Hengyang 1,075,516

43 Zhuzhou 1,129,687

44 Heshan 1,249,807

45 Guankou 1,380,000

46 Changde 1,457,419

47 Changsha 3,093,980

The smallest cities in Hunan (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Simenqian has a population of just 5,640. These communities often feature lower costs of living, stronger neighborhood connections, and less congestion.

Small cities can offer significant advantages for residents seeking affordable housing, shorter commutes, and a close-knit community feel. Many serve as regional centers for surrounding rural areas, providing essential services while maintaining a small-town atmosphere.

Despite their smaller size, many of these cities have thriving local economies, good school systems, and access to outdoor recreation. They represent an alternative to the fast-paced lifestyle of major metropolitan areas.

Did You Know?

1. At 5,640 residents, Simenqian is smaller than a single large apartment complex in New York City.
2. Small cities (5,000-10,000) make up the majority of incorporated places in the United States.
3. Many of the smallest cities serve as county seats or regional service centers for surrounding rural communities.

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